11 Sep 1929
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Newspaper
New Castle News
Location
New Castle, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Sep 11, 1929
Page
1
A reader letter from Beverly Hills urges collective action against storms. The writer advocates using Chambers of Commerce to pass a resolution denouncing weather dangers and rallying government and civic bodies to challenge the elements.
Weather warmed to near normal for wartime. temperatures dipped to 43 at night and 8?daytime. Residents praised cooler conditions for hot spell relief, noting dogs and streetcars, fall color curiosity, and local road improvements including an overhead crossing on Enon-New Galilee road with completion expected by next September.
Daily weather report provides temperature figures and conditions supplied by the local water company. The document notes maximum temperature and related measurements, with data attributed to the station and period ending date.
C D Waggoner a Telluride banker accused of swindling New York banks out of 500000 is in custody in Newcastle Wyoming. He was arrested at a tourist camp eight miles north of the town after being identified by his car license and admitted his identity to Sheriff Carl Howell. The arrest ends a nationwide manhunt and follows a week of eluding authorities.
Miss Francis Carey of Woodbury named general secretary of Castle Young Women's Association. She attended an introductory dinner in the YWCA third floor dining room with about twenty board members and staff. Carey outlined plans for the coming year while the board president read newly appointed committees.
The Senate debated immediate action on ousting Senator-elect William S. Ware of Pennsylvania while shelving the tariff bill. Administration leaders hoped to delay Vare action until December 3 4 regular session, risking delay of tariff enactment and possible fate in a special session.
Reports describe a tense border crisis with Soviet Russia accusing China of triggering the advance. Nanking officials remain silent amid calls for sharp replies while civil evacuation increases at Pograncehnaya as rain and haze hamper movements.
County authorities seek to reduce fast driving in the Liberty tunnels linking Pittsburgh to the South Hills after numerous accidents and injuries. Commissioners approve sending officials to New York to study Holland tunnels methods and consider clocking speed violators with tunnel patrols. extra police on duty is deferred.
District Attorney of Erie asks that Minneapolis man be given death in chair. Halverson, 42, of Minnesota, enters trial for alleged murder of State Highway Patrolman Russell T. Swanson in Northeast near here last April. Jury selection completed. prosecution nears rest after presenting witnesses.
Delegates recount state convention reports at Scranton as officers for the coming year are nominated. Posts show nominations for commander and senior and junior vice commander, with installation planned for October. Emblems committee reports three emblems for past commanders with remarks of appreciation from Rosenthal and Davis.
The death record notes Charles Lewis Morrow, age seven, with roots linked to Royn and steel industry ties. Further details are limited in the fragment.
Citizens rally to preserve Slippery Rock creek as power rights are sought. Residents fear desecration, organize petitions, and accuse authorities of hindering development while asserting urgent action is needed to protect the area. Continged On Page Two.
Court records show the defense seeking a delay in the trial of John Seever charged with murdering his wife Seevers. District Attorney opposes the motion citing readiness concerns and ongoing proceedings.
Rev W C Ferver pastor of Unity Presbyterian church was elected moderator for the coming year at the meeting of the Presbytery Tuesday in the Clarksville Presbyterian Church Retiring moderator Rev Paul Elliott of Slippery Rock church completed his term Routine business and addresses by ministers of Western Pennsylvania featured in the day’s program A report on the June Synod meeting at Wilson College Chambersburg Pa was given by Dr Waldo of the Presbyterian church and Mr Ferasi an Wann e professor of church history of the Western Seminary was present.
The Pittsburgh probe into alleged vote fraud widens as the Malone campaign claims thousands listed at wrong addresses. Candidates Asian and Wee press for access to names and prima facie evidence while grand jury action continues amid new charges from the Malone camp.
A 44 year old man from Watrous near Wellsboro died from severe burns sustained when his mitten became caught in a machine he was operating. The accident occurred today at the worksite, with rescue efforts failing to save him.
Report from Jerusalem notes British commission to investigate Arab Jewish clashes as tensions rise. Mutual boycotts by Jews and Arabs persist while Muslims allegedly sell poisoned food to Hebrew buyers, crippling trade and prompting claims of widespread sabotage and complicity.
The Lawrence County Garden Club presents its ninth annual show featuring a serene arrangement of the season s finest blooms. Exhibits include roses, greens, evergreens, and attractive container displays emphasizing beauty and variety as crowds view the garden artistry.
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